English Language Arts Grade 7 45 min

Analyze the effects of figures of speech on meaning and tone

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In the sentence 'The new blanket was as soft as a cloud,' what is the effect?

2

In the sentence 'The classroom was a zoo after the bell,' what is the effect?

3

In the sentence 'The wind whispered secrets through the trees,' what is the effect?

Sample Practice Questions

Easy
Sentence: 'His temper was a volcano.' What is the effect of this metaphor?
0.He is calm
1.He is explosive
2.He is cold
3.He is quiet
Easy
Sentence: 'The moon played hide-and-seek with the clouds.' What is the effect of this personification?
0.The moon is bright
1.It is a clear night
2.The moon appeared and disappeared
3.The clouds are fast
Easy
Sentence: 'She is as sweet as sugar.' What is the effect of this simile?
0.She is very kind
1.She is unhealthy
2.She is energetic
3.She is quiet

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